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Cape unified basketball defeats Seaford in DIAA tourney
Vikings travel to Indian River Thursday
The Cape unified basketball team celebrates its first-round victory. Shown in back are (l-r) Cape coach Jenn Hagan, Charlotte Maxwell, Luke Burton, Declan Morrissey, Connor Pencek, Grace Hudson, Brexton Carter and Garrett Thawley. Kneeling are Zane Richardson, Jack Huss, Alex Shives, Alvia Heers, Alejandro Alvarez, Kayden Gibbs and Noah Ryan. Sitting in front are Sophia Adams, Sara Davis, assistant coach Liz Shea, Daniel Shives and Isaiah Magathan. DAN COOK PHOTOS
February 28, 2023
The No. 7 Cape unified basketball squad advanced to the quarterfinal round of the state tournament Feb. 27, with a 40-33 victory over a tough and talented Seaford team. The Vikings travel to No. 2 Indian River Thursday, March 2. Game time is 4 p.m.
Zane Richardson kept his three streak alive, sinking three from behind the line in the game. Kayden Gibbs hit four deuces.
“Dedication and hard work paid off,” said Cape coach Jenn Hagan. “This team is unique and deserves the recognition for being positive and caring. They take care of each other on and off the court. The relationships that have been formed between partners and athletes is heartwarming. It’s bigger than the game.”
Kayden Gibbs snags a rebound for the Vikings.
Noah Ryan takes a shot for the Vikings.
Zane Richardson hits a three. He scored nine points in the victory.
Kayden Gibbs speeds the ball up court for the Vikings.
Zane Richardson hits a leaner.
Noah Ryan takes a shot in the paint for the Vikings.
Sophia Adams plays tough defense on Seaford’s John Serviss.
Sophia Adams lines up a shot for the Vikings.
Devedjy Florestal takes the ball in for the Blue Jays.
Connor Pencek takes a shot in the paint.
Charlotte Maxwell takes a shot for the home team.
Cape’s Kayden Gibbs takes a three.
Cape’s Kayden Gibbs readies to go up against Seaford’s Bryce Marshall.
Cape’s Kayden Gibbs hits past Seaford’s Bryce Marshall.
Seaford’s John Serviss snags a rebound for the Blue Jays.
Luke Burton lays one in for the Vikings.
Cape’s Charlotte Maxwell cuts off the passing lane.
Cape’s Declan Morrissey passes to the paint.
The Crown Trophy academic plaques were presented to Seaford’s Cameron Knowles, left, and Cape’s Declan Morrissey.
The Seaford and Cape teams get together to celebrate the camaraderie of unified basketball.
